Have been reading about Sauvignon Blanc latly, and am wanting to get some for Thanksgiving. There are five that I have read good reviews on, that I can get localy. What would you recomend? Or do you recomend another that I can see if I can get?

I have had the Brancott, Crossings and Jackson Estate (not sure which vintages, though). As I recall, I prefer the Jackson Estate. The last Brancott (a reserve) was a little disappointing, perhaps because it was a 2001 that had lost its zest. Yes, drink 'em young.

I continue to sing the praises of the Domaine de Pouy '02 CÃ´tes de Gascogne Vin de Pays that I had in the early autumn. It blew the doors off several good NZ SB's, and it only costs $7. A real find, though widely available.

We have had very good luck with Simonsig Estate, Sauvignon Blanc, Stellenbosch, SA. It seems to have longer legs than the Kiwis. We enjoyed an '01 in June with no sign of fade, and the '02s are drinking just fine thank you.

The five I listed were the ones that I had read the best reviews about. And the Total Wines is just the closest retailer to me, and they have others to choose from. There are other wine shops on in Charlotte, I just don't like to drive there on the weekends if I don't have to. I work and drive in Charlotte every day! [img]http://www.wines.com/ubb2/frown.gif[/img] Although there is not much time to shop for wine during the week.

But this is just what I wanted, a variety to choose from. I have found that to be the best part of the venture into wines. The more I try, the more I see there is to try. So, thanks to all for responding. I am going to print these responses for this weekend.

By the way Wondersofwine, we will be traviling up to around Jefferson this week end to get some Christmas trees (my wife usualy puts up 3 trees). Do you know of any good places to buy wine between here and there.

Oh, I misunderstood. I thought you had access only to those five--but of course I didn't let that stop me from mentioning something else.

Hope you get to try all the ones we posted--my aim is to try every wine in production before I check out...

Incidentally, sorry I couldn't help you with your email request--not economically feasible, what with the cost of shipping.I would have sent you an email but my damned dial up service truly stinks and I can't send email today. Next week is-wine will be on DSL service.

I have decided to go with the Kim Crawford. Mainly because World Market has it on sell at I think $12.99. And I am hoping JohnG knows his juice. [img]http://www.wines.com/ubb2/wink.gif[/img] They were out of stock Sat., but said they should get more in Tuesday. I am not shure of the vintage but Total Wine has the 2003 in stock.

I furnished 2002 Brancott SB for Thanks giving dinner at the ranch today, and it was a big hit. Was concerned because it has a bit of a bite, but that just helped it handle the assortment of flavors from the turkey & dressing, sweet potatos with brown sugar topping, brussels sprouts in cream with bacon, squash casserole, cranberry salad, etc. A wimpy SB would have rolled over and died. (Think I'll do that now... burp.) My first NZ SB, and I'm happy.